St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër
Church Catholic cathedral central to Shkodër's religious life
Central Catholic cathedral in Shkodër noted for its 19th‑century architecture and location near the city’s cultural institutions.
St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Shkodër is a cathedral in the city of Shkodër in northern Albania. Dedicated to Saint Stephen, it functions as a principal place of Christian worship in the city. The cathedral is situated within the urban area of Shkodër and forms part of the city’s religious architecture. Specific construction dates and architects are not stated here.
How to Get to St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër #
In the center of Shkodër; a short walk from the city’s main squares and well signposted from central bus stops.
Tips for Visiting St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër #
- Wander the surrounding old town streets to see the local stonework and small neighborhood shrines.
- If timing allows, attend a service to hear local liturgical traditions and to see how the church functions within city life.
- Look for the pulpit carvings and any painted iconography that survived 20th-century restorations.
Best Time to Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër #
Avoid major Albanian feast days when the cathedral will be busiest.
Weather & Climate near St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër #
St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodër's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1701 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (213 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (236 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (211 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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